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Champion Charters
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Champion Charters

Port Clinton, United States
100+ reviews
Captain James Cramer has been fishing in this area since 1993. He's been working as a captain for the past 6 years and loves introducing new and experienced anglers alike to these waters. His best achievement? Routinely helping his guests reel in limit catches of Walleye and Perch! Come aboard and let him use his wealth of knowledge and experience to get you on fish and land your dream catch.

Charters

Rating

4.9
195 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

99%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (195)

Showing 1 – 5 of 195 reviews
  • Steven Redmon
    Steven Redmon
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Memories of a lifetime

    Full Day Trip (AM) • 6 adults

    We met at 6AM and ready to roll. we took off and went 25 miles east and they put is on fish immediately. Thats when the fun started! For the first ti ever the water pump went out of the boat and we were stranded. That sure didn’t stop theae guys. We managed to continuously catch fish and have the conversations of a lifetime out there. No motor no problem! The captain could have easily bowed out and called it a day but hes the real deal. Him and his brother were both on the boat with is and there main concern was us. If you don’t believe that lets talk about the captain cutting his arm open that needes stitches and he wrapped it up and we fished for 2 more hours. What could ha e turned i to a disaster made so e of the best memories we will never forget. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart and my families as well. Use these guys you wont be sorry!

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Response from Charter operator

    We really appreciate your understanding of the situation today Steve. It was definitely a trip I will remember for a lifetime. We hope to see you guys this coming June and we will go out and put a beat down on some Walleye. We thank you for the opportunity to fish with you and your family today Captain Jim 👍🏼

  • Pierce Denlinger
    Pierce Denlinger
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    One of the best fishing trip ever

    Full Day Trip (AM) • 6 adults

    Not only was the fishing amazing, but the crew was half the experience! Captain Mike and First Mate Bear are phenomenal at their jobs. They always had a quick joke or funny quip to keep things interesting while still staying on top of everything. They kept everyone rigged up, reacted quickly whenever someone hooked a fish, and were always ready with instruction and advice to help us find and catch fish—even for the big bass fisherman in the group who kept setting the hook too hard and couldn’t seem to keep his rod tip down! Their knowledge, hard work, and great attitudes made the trip even more enjoyable. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great day on the water.

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Yellow Perch
    Response from Charter operator

    We thank you and your crew Pierce and hope to have you out fishing again sometime soon. What could we work on to reach five star next trip ?

  • Dakota Robinson
    Dakota Robinson
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time on the water!

    Full Day Trip (PM) • 4 adults

    We had an awesome time on our charter today! Captain Dakota was great from start to finish and made the whole trip a lot of fun. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and worked hard to make sure we had a great experience on the water. We caught some good fish, enjoyed the day, and couldn’t have asked for a better time. We would definitely book with captain Dakota again and highly recommend this charter to anyone looking for a great fishing trip!

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Response from Charter operator

    We all thank you and your crew Dakota. We look forward to getting you guys back out on the water again soon. 

  • Kevin Lavoie
    Kevin Lavoie
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    The Walleye Combine!

    Full Day Trip – Executive • 4 adults

    Cool experience. Captain Jim and Trent are the best. Highly recommended and top-notch hospitality. I will be booking a September trip with family. The Executive trip was first class. If you like walleye and want to limit out with a packed freezer - this is the place.

    Response from Charter operator

    thank you, Kevin. We appreciate your business and look forward to having you back out fishing !!!!

  • Erin Krol
    Erin Krol
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experience

    Full Day Trip (PM) • 4 adults

    The crew was super helpful and friendly, boat was clean. We moved several times after drifting to zero in on fish. They cleaned our fish for us at the end as we are from out of town and wanted to eat the fish locally for dinner.

    Response from Charter operator

    We all thank you Erin and was happy to have the opportunity to get you and your family out on beautiful Lake Erie Fishing. Especially to have a dinner that evening of your freshly caught Walleye. Looking forward to having you back fishing soon 

Real catches shared by our community

  • Champion Charters
    Champion ChartersPort Clinton, OH
    Group of adult anglers posing beside a dockside catch board displaying numerous walleye, perch, and smallmouth bass for Champion Charters.
    Scott S.
    Scott S.
  • Champion Charters
    Champion ChartersPort Clinton, OH
    A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of Walleye and Perch on a board at the marina, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Steven R.
    Steven R.
    We met at 6AM and ready to roll. we took off and went 25 miles east and they put is on fish immediately. Thats when the fun started! For the first ti ever the water pump went out of the boat and we were stranded. That sure didn’t stop theae guys. We managed to continuously catch fish and have the conversations of a lifetime out there. No motor no problem! The captain could have easily bowed out and called it a day but hes the real deal. Him and his brother were both on the boat with is and there main concern was us. If you don’t believe that lets talk about the captain cutting his arm open that needes stitches and he wrapped it up and we fished for 2 more hours. What could ha e turned i to a disaster made so e of the best memories we will never forget. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart and my families as well. Use these guys you wont be sorry!
  • Champion Charters
    Champion ChartersPort Clinton, OH
    A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of fish on a board at the marina, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Rick M.
    Rick M.
    Captain Dakota put on fish as son as the first rod was put in the water! little over 2 hours had a six man limit! great experience!
  • Champion Charters
    Champion ChartersPort Clinton, OH
    Angler proudly holding a large walleye aboard a fishing boat on open water.
    Melinda W.
    Melinda W.
  • Champion Charters
    Champion ChartersPort Clinton, OH
    Large display board of walleye and perch catches at a marina, advertising Champion Charters Ohio with a phone number, website, and Facebook icon.
    Andrew C.
    Andrew C.
    We caught our limit of walleye and had a guided tour around the area on the water. Dakota was great.
  • Champion Charters
    Champion ChartersPort Clinton, OH
    Group poses beside a large catch board displaying numerous freshwater fish, with a marina backdrop and Champion Charters sign advertising walleye, perch, and smallmouth bass trips.
    Fish 1
    Pollock
    Pierce D.
    Pierce D.
    Not only was the fishing amazing, but the crew was half the experience! Captain Mike and First Mate Bear are phenomenal at their jobs. They always had a quick joke or funny quip to keep things interesting while still staying on top of everything. They kept everyone rigged up, reacted quickly whenever someone hooked a fish, and were always ready with instruction and advice to help us find and catch fish—even for the big bass fisherman in the group who kept setting the hook too hard and couldn’t seem to keep his rod tip down! Their knowledge, hard work, and great attitudes made the trip even more enjoyable. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great day on the water.
  • Champion Charters II
    Champion Charters IIPort Clinton, OH
    An angler proudly displaying a large Walleye caught while fishing on a boat.
    James .
    James .
    We had an outstanding fishing experience with Champion Charter, outstanding crew and boat
  • Champion Charters
    Champion ChartersPort Clinton, OH
    Two anglers proudly displaying a large Walleye caught during a fishing trip, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
    F. Heath D.
    F. Heath D.
    we caught our limit and had a great day
  • Champion Charters
    Champion ChartersPort Clinton, OH
    Adult angler holding a large walleye aboard a fishing boat on open water.
    The Walleye fishing has been unbelievably excellent this Spring and heading into Summer!
  • Champion Charters
    Champion ChartersPort Clinton, OH
    A group of anglers proudly posing in front of a catch board displaying a variety of Walleye, Perch, and Smallmouth Bass after a successful fishing trip.
    The walleye fishing is on fire from now through the next three months. We have an unbelievable fishery with 80 million some walleye in Lake Erie. We would love to get you and your crew out fishing.

What's biting with Champion Charters in Port Clinton

By mid-November, the season is winding down, and Port Clinton charter boats are getting off the water. This is a great time to take some of your recent catches from the freezer and make a nice Perch dinner for your family.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Adult angler holding a large walleye aboard a fishing boat on open water.

Walleye are on Fire !!!!

May 9, 2026 • Port Clinton
The Walleye fishing has been unbelievably excellent this Spring and heading into Summer!
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A group of anglers proudly posing in front of a catch board displaying a variety of Walleye, Perch, and Smallmouth Bass after a successful fishing trip.

Walleye Capital of the World

May 7, 2026 • Port Clinton
The walleye fishing is on fire from now through the next three months. We have an unbelievable fishery with 80 million some walleye in Lake Erie. We would love to get you and your crew out fishing.
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Multiple yellow perch-like fish packed with ice in several buckets aboard a fishing boat.

Perch fishing has been phenomenal

Aug 13, 2024 • Port Clinton
Perch fishing
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